ProBuild: No Cuts in Service at Yards Hit by Teamsters Strike
Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:00:00 -0400
ProBuild reaffirmed that service levels remain high at two Chicago-area facilities where Teamsters Union members have been on strike since late July and stressed that a good part of the labor dispute involves its efforts to treat the Teamsters more like ProBuild employees nationwide.
ProWatch: Show Offs
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:00:00 -0400
While the background of each showroom manager is as unique as his or her showroom, it's common for managers to use past experiences to flesh out the feel of the store, balancing the technical building demands of a lumberyard with the design focus of a showroom.
Feature: Yards Ahead
Talk to dealers and consultants about the best ways to calm construction company chaos and you'll hear lots of tips.
New BMC Select CEO Counts on Quality, Service To Boost Business
Tue, 03 Aug 2010 05:00:00 -0400
The newly named chief executive officer of BMC Select, one of America's 10 biggest construction supply companies, stressed today that his focus is on creating a tops-in-quality, tops-in-service construction supply company that will prosper even in these economic dog days for housing.
Rader's Edge: Why You Need a Windowman
Tue, 27 Jul 2010 05:00:00 -0400
The last "Rader's Edge" was about a doorman and his ability to understand your customers and make them feel welcome.
Rader's Edge: Why Your LBM Operation Needs a Doorman
Thu, 15 Jul 2010 05:00:00 -0400
All LBM facilities should take a cue from five-star hotels and other operations by having a doorman, Chris Rader says.
When Your Ship Comes In, Will You Miss the Boat?
Fri, 09 Jul 2010 05:00:00 -0400
Yes, these are hard times, FBMA president Bill Tucker says.
Top 10 Signs Your Business May Be Closing
Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:00:00 -0400
You shouldn't be surprised when the LBM operation where you work suddenly closes, veteran lumberyard manager Don Magruder says.
New Dimensions: Two Ears, One Plan
Wed, 16 Jun 2010 05:00:00 -0400
I recently came across an interesting article on corporate strategic planning just as I was going through that process for our installed sales initiative at Stock.
Feature: Practicing Self-Control
Building a successful company requires more than just bringing together good people and products.